Chicken Fried Steak by norah lucus

A very unique twist on a southern staple!! It takes a bit of work, but the rewards are quite worth it. Enjoy.

Oyster Fritters by Evelyn Scott

Naturally salty oyster meat is coated with a savory sparkling wine batter and deep-fried until it turns hot and crispy. The unique coating is flavorful alone, but can be enhanced with either a splash of vinegar or a bit of horseradish-lemon garnish. This beignets D’Huitres au vin make a wonderful first course or main course.

Fresh homade tortilla chips restaurant style by dp

This is the way all Mexican restaurants make their chips you all love so much enjoy ...

Tostones by Sergio Hernandez

Plantains are a staple in the Latin Caribbean diet. They are prepared many different ways, but tostones is the quickest and easiest. It’s a perfect recipe for beginners. You can serve the tostones immediately while they’re warm as a side dish or as a snack with garlic dip.

Zucchini Fritters by Elena Jimenez

These fritter patties are delicious, and a great appetizer to serve at parties!

Crab Cakes by Ryan Fillhardt